ECRI’s report praises Slovakia’s new National Framework to combat radicalization, focusing on hate speech online and support for Romani children in schools and healthcare.

Despite improvements, the report highlights ongoing issues such as hate speech against LGBTI individuals and Roma, and the need for better police resources and education for Romani children.

ECRI calls for stronger police structures to address hate crimes, better healthcare access for marginalized groups, and legal recognition of gender identity without unreasonable requirements.

• European Commission against Racism and Intolerance: Slovakia has progressed in the fight against racism, but hatred of LGBTI people, migrants, and Romani people persists. In: Romea. 12.06.2026. https://romea.cz/en/world/european-commission-against-racism-and-intolerance-slovakia-has-progressed-in-the-fight-against-racism-but-hatred-of-lgbti-people-migrants-and-romani-people-persists